Sandra C.
WOW
Dec 19, 2012
OMG I cant believe how happy I am. After a devastating divorce and homelessness and the worst year of my life I am now blessed. I have a wonderful husband and I did not settle. My health is great and have a wonderful job and just got accepted into the nursing program. Friends, if you are having doubts.........don't. Your life will completely change. You may not think its the best at the time but I am proof, it works. Almost three years and holding strong at 130. I am pursuing things I never thought I would. I am blessed and so grateful.
Two and a half years
Oct 03, 2012
If I had to do this surgery again I definitely would. I was down to 110 (to skinny) and got up to 142 (to much). Started low carbing and now back to 125 where I like to be. It has been a blessed year. Met a wonderful man and got married, started back to school and have the cutest little dog Lilly who is a mini daschund. God has completely changed my world and I am so happy.
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Elevated liver enzymes
Sep 25, 2011
So I did my bloodwork at one year and I have high liver enzymes but yet they won't tell me how high. I have to make an appointment with my Dr. All in all everything is going really well. My divorce should be final next month, I bought a car and its all mine and I am keeping my weight between 120 and 125. I also met a guy and I am really praying he's the one. We have so much in common. He is into health and working out so it is a big bonus for me and alo we are the same age. I just hope God sees me through all this.
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Getting through it
Jul 09, 2011
So I'm getting through the divorce one day at a time. Never knew it would be so hard. Living alone is the worst part. I have been doing alot of walking. Down to 115 pounds and a size 3/4. Wow, I really never thought I'd be this small. I enrolled in school and am so excited. My only issue is I still look in the mirror and think I'm fat. Will this image ever leave?
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Divorce
May 22, 2011
So I'm getting through the divorce. My heart still hurts but the weight is staying off. I posted new pics today of before and after. I am learning to ride a motorcycle after years of wanting to. I'm living my life but it is hard to come home to a house alone.
I also got my truckdriving license and have been driving across the 48. I took a leave of absence because the divorce came as such a shock that I had an emotional breakdown.
I am learning to restart my life and as they say karma is a bitch!
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I also got my truckdriving license and have been driving across the 48. I took a leave of absence because the divorce came as such a shock that I had an emotional breakdown.
I am learning to restart my life and as they say karma is a bitch!
Sad
May 08, 2011
So I am at goal, actually under. 123 pounds and I couldn"t be happier. The sad part is my husband wants out of our marriage. 11 years and its totally over. I still love him very much but he is done. He told me I changed since the weightloss. I dont think I have. I know I have to move on because I can see the love is gone in his eyes. My heart breaks. I can only ask God to give me the strength to go on.
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WOW!
Mar 30, 2011
As of today I am holding steady at 128 pounds. I have alot of saggy skin, my face looks older and I don't look like me. All my life I looked in the mirror and a fat girl looked back. I don't know who is looking back at me anymore. My only issues have been potassium. My levels tend to drop out and I collapse. This has happened on three occasions. The doctor gave me extra potassium and I'm eating bananas off the hook but it still stays low. I guessits better than the diabetes, high blood pressure and cholesterol. I am in a size six. Never thought that would happen.
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82 pounds gone
Nov 07, 2010
Although the weight loss has slowed I am really starting to notice my body changes. I am now 145. The downside of not having the fat cushion is it is hard to sleep on my side because of my bony knees.
I have the batwings from hell. I really could probably fly away. LOL I do not want any plastics done until I am a year past goal.
I love that all my comorbidities are gone and I can walk and look pretty darned good in a pair of jeans. I love that I can have a treat or two and not feel guilty. Now just hoping my six month labs will come back good.
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I have the batwings from hell. I really could probably fly away. LOL I do not want any plastics done until I am a year past goal.
I love that all my comorbidities are gone and I can walk and look pretty darned good in a pair of jeans. I love that I can have a treat or two and not feel guilty. Now just hoping my six month labs will come back good.
72 pounds
Oct 24, 2010
Wow it's going a little bit slower but I have been eating a few more carbs then what I should. I am now at 154 and I love it. I have not been this weight since 5th grade.
I am only losing a few pounds a month but I would rather be able to have a few things then totally deprive myself. The DS is so forgiving. I mean I had mango sorbet last night.
My only issue is my arms have stayed really huge. I have been working out with them but they just look really terrible. I still cringe when I look at my photos. So I am seriously considering brachioplasty.
I wish that I would have had this surgery years ago. I am now going to school for medical assisting, walking 3 miles a day and some rubber bands for toning. My whole life and self esteem have been changed. I am truly blessed.
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I am only losing a few pounds a month but I would rather be able to have a few things then totally deprive myself. The DS is so forgiving. I mean I had mango sorbet last night.
My only issue is my arms have stayed really huge. I have been working out with them but they just look really terrible. I still cringe when I look at my photos. So I am seriously considering brachioplasty.
I wish that I would have had this surgery years ago. I am now going to school for medical assisting, walking 3 miles a day and some rubber bands for toning. My whole life and self esteem have been changed. I am truly blessed.
67 pounds left my fat ass
Sep 15, 2010
Been awhile since I posted but the DS has done good to me . I have lost 67 pounds and every comorbidity is gone. Yep, I get stinky poop and yep I sometimes have a piece of cake or candy but i know longer indulge.
I have a hard time with protein but dang do I love veggies now. Seems I can't get enough of artichokes, grren beans, carrots and cauliflower. I love artichoke dip. I still have to supplement my protein because I have had no desire for a steak, bacon or chicken. Use to be I couldn't live without it.
My weight is starting to go off a little slower but thats okay. My skin is starting to hang but I think I look pretty darned good.
Thank you everyone from the boards. Without all the info I would be totally lost.
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I have a hard time with protein but dang do I love veggies now. Seems I can't get enough of artichokes, grren beans, carrots and cauliflower. I love artichoke dip. I still have to supplement my protein because I have had no desire for a steak, bacon or chicken. Use to be I couldn't live without it.
My weight is starting to go off a little slower but thats okay. My skin is starting to hang but I think I look pretty darned good.
Thank you everyone from the boards. Without all the info I would be totally lost.
About Me
Killeen, TX
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Surgery
05/17/2010
Surgery Date
Nov 13, 2009
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